Incarceration Nation

"Incarceration Nation" refers to a society or system where a high number of people are imprisoned, often highlighting issues like excessive sentencing, racial disparities, and the social and economic impacts of mass incarceration. It emphasizes how policies and attitudes toward crime and punishment have led to a disproportionate and widespread use of jails and prisons, affecting communities and individuals broadly. The phrase calls attention to the need for reform and more effective, fair approaches to justice that balance public safety with rehabilitation and societal well-being.